History: The surname Matthee is of Dutch origin, derived from the given name Matthijs, which is the Dutch form of Matthew, meaning “gift of God.” The suffix “-e” denotes “son of,” making Matthee mean “son of Matthew.” The name was introduced to South Africa by Dutch settlers and has since become common among Afrikaner communities. Notable individuals with this surname include:

  • Dalene Matthee: South African author.
  • Jan Matthee: South African cricketer.